Mississippi Lawmaker Suggests Gays Should Be Put to Death

Below is the email I just sent to Mississippi State Representative Andy Gipson, following the news I read on Towleroad about his horrifying Facebook comments; suggesting gays be put to death as written in his bible.

Mr. Gipson,

I am writing to ask what makes you think that your opinion of homosexuals or your assertion that they should be put to death (as you suggest from the quoted biblical passages) is right?

To hear people in position of power spew these vitriolic inaccuracies is both hateful and harmful.

As a gay man who is perfectly healthy, disease free, well respected, in no way harmful to children and contribute to the growth and success of American culture by the work I do.

I am just one example out of millions proving you wrong.

I suggest you read the response from Unity Mississippi showing, with proven research, that you are wrong.

http://unityms.org/news/ms-representative-says-gays-spread-disease-and-weaken-society.html

It is my hope that you change your ways and publicly apologize for your words and actions.

Sincerely,

W. Thomas Adkins

While I do not live in Rankin, Smith or Simpson country, I did as Unity Mississippi suggested. Feel free to do the same.

If you live in Rankin, Smith, or Simpson country, we urge you to contact Representative Gipson and let him know he represents you. If you choose to contact Gipson, please be respectful. His contact information is below.

601-847-0417 (Home)
601-359-3770 (Capitol when in Session)
gipson.andy@gmail.com
agipson@house.ms.gov (e-mail)

Rate this:

About the author

I’m Tommy, a writer and storyteller who works in marketing for the arts and cultural communities. I’m the author of Mabel Stanley and the Town That Was Built All Wrong, a fun and heartfelt book, and I’m currently working on a novel about self-discovery and the complexities of memory. Writing is a big part of my life, but I also enjoy creating experiences that bring people together, which is why my husband, Matt, and I co-run the online store Have Fun Spread Joy. It’s all about embracing the playful side of life and giving back along the way. I’m married to Matt, and we share our home with our two pets, Zoey (the cat) and Dixie (the dog). When I’m not writing, working on our store, or doing marketing for the arts, I like to dive into theater, something I want to get more involved with over time. I was diagnosed with ADHD, and while it comes with its own set of challenges, it also gives me a unique perspective that I try to channel into everything I do. Whether it’s writing, working on creative projects, or finding ways to spread joy, I’m all about making a lasting impact in whatever I do.

Tommy Karr